IFAD is the world’s fund for transforming agriculture, rural economies and food systems.
Simply put, IFAD invests in rural people. We do this by financing programmes, measuring results, innovating and working with rural people themselves.
Spanning five regions and 92 countries, IFAD works where poverty and hunger are deepest.
From building resilience to empowering rural people and protecting the environment, explore our main areas of work.
Wondering how you can help? Explore the many ways to get involved – and then join us!
Podcast
Shaping the future of food in 2025
In our first episode of the year, we look back at the rural success stories of 2024 – and set our sights on what’s to come in 2025.
Rural Voices
Building resilient food systems in small island developing states
Small island developing states (SIDS) share a range of challenges. Here’s how small-scale farmers are making their agrifood systems more resilient.
Explainer
Demystifying development finance
IFAD is an essential part of the development finance ecosystem. But how exactly does this system work? We answer your questions.
Climate-smart irrigation reaps rewards for rural women
From Laos to Moldova, meet three women who are using climate-smart irrigation to adapt to their new normal.
News
28 March 2023
After the earthquake in Türkiye, rural people need more support than ever
Extreme weather events, such as droughts, storms and floods, are putting pressure on the ecosystems that farmers depend on...
Event
12 - 13 February 2025
48th session of the IFAD Governing Council
The overarching theme of the Governing Council is “Catalysing Investment at the 1st Mile”.
Press release
13 January 2025
Spain and IFAD to boost financing for international development cooperation
Alvaro Lario, President of IFAD, and Pedro Sánchez, Prime Minister of Spain, met today to prepare for the Fourth United Nations International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4), which will take place in Seville from 30 June to 3 July this year.
Recipes for Change
Kyrgyzstan: Beshbarmak with shorpo and onion sauce
Chef Walter el Nagar joined sheep farmer Dinara to prepare beshbarmak, a cherished national dish.
The lives of small-scale farmers are being upended by climate change. They need support to adapt to climate change and to protect the planet’s precious resources
Gender inequality is one of the biggest impediments to sustainable development. Without tackling its root causes, we cannot end global hunger and poverty
The funds sent home by migrant workers are a lifeline for rural families, helping to build resilience and support sustainable development
With their traditional knowledge and deep connection to their environments, we work with Indigenous Peoples to build a more inclusive, sustainable future.
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